BREAD ROLLS with PANCETTA and Zucchini, a great appetizer or aperitif to make in 5 minutes, cooked or raw — perfect in the air fryer or in a pan, so flavorful!
These bread rolls with zucchini and pancetta are one of my all-time favorite recipes: I make them in 5 minutes, stress-free and… they always disappear in an instant! 😍
Perfect as a quick appetizer, for a tasty aperitif or to put on a party buffet, these savory rolls made with sandwich bread are super crispy on the outside and very soft inside. You can cook them in the air fryer (they come out nicely golden and light!) or in a pan, if you prefer a more “rustic” touch.
The combination of pancetta and zucchini is great, but you can customize them with cream cheese, provola, mozzarella or spices. They’re also ideal for using up sliced sandwich bread or the classic sliced white loaf you already have at home, which I always have leftover.
This easy and quick recipe is also perfect if you’re looking for ideas with zucchini in the air fryer, pancetta in a pan, summer appetizers, savory rolls for a buffet, ideas with sandwich bread, quick finger food, recipes with zucchini and pancetta, or simply a tasty fridge-clearout recipe that saves dinner!
Join me in the kitchen — today we’re making bread rolls with pancetta and zucchini.
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very inexpensive
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 8
- Cooking methods: Stovetop, Air fryer
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Spring, Summer and Autumn
Ingredients
- 2 slices sandwich bread
- 1 zucchini
- 3.5 oz provola cheese
- 6 slices pancetta (sliced)
Steps
Flatten the bread with a rolling pin without pressing too hard.
Peel the zucchini (washed and dried) into thin slices with a vegetable peeler and arrange the slices on the bread; add the sliced pancetta and pieces of provola cheese.
Roll up tightly and cut into 4 pieces.
At this point you can cook them in a pan with a drizzle of oil and a closed lid for a few minutes, or in the air fryer for 6-7 minutes at 356°F
Enjoy!
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BREAD ROLLS with PANCETTA and Zucchini
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BREAD ROLLS with PANCETTA and Zucchini
Can they be cooked only in the air fryer?
No, you can also cook them in a pan with a drizzle of oil; they become crispy and super tasty!
What type of bread should I use?
Sliced white sandwich bread or a sandwich loaf works great, preferably without crust for easy rolling.
How long do they cook in the air fryer?
About 7-8 minutes at 356°F, but it depends on the model.
Can I prepare them in advance?
You can assemble them, keep them in the fridge and cook them shortly before serving.
Can I add other ingredients?
Yes, add vegetables as you like — they are already quite rich as is, and also great with arugula or salad.
